Mayor To Seek Fees, La. Funds
by SCOTT DYER - Advocate (excerpt)

“We’re trying to convince the new transportation secretary that this loop is viable and feasible and will help to reduce traffic congestion on the interstates,” (Baon Rouge Mayor Kip) Holden said.

He said Texas officials found that building a toll-supported loop like the one proposed for Baton Rouge will help avoid costly expansions of interstate highways.

Plans call for five parishes in the Baton Rouge area to find a private partner to help build, maintain and operate the $4 billion loop, Holden said.